Amateur question - Can I add a 2 x tele converter to this lens if I wanted to on occasion?
40903
There are 2 kinds of tele converters. The kind that go on the front of the camera and the kind that go between the camera and the lens. You can attached the kind that attaches to the front of the camera, but obviously not the kind that go between the camera and the lens. That having been said, you're talking about a 2,000mm effective lens focal length. I don't think the built-in image stabilization could handle that, so you'll need a tripod and a remote cable release to avoid ANY shake/vibration to the camera. I wouldn't invest in a 2X tele converter until you're sure you need one. Chances are you'll be happy with the 1,000mm built-in lens. There are 2 kinds of tele converters. The kind that go on the front of the camera and the kind that go between the camera and the lens. You can attached the kind that attaches to the front of the camera, but obviously not the kind that go between the camera and the lens. That having been said, you're talking about a 2,000mm effective lens focal length. I don't think the built-in image stabilization could handle that, so you'll need a tripod and a remote cable release to avoid ANY shake/vibration to the camera. I wouldn't invest in a 2X tele converter until you're sure you need one. Chances... » Read More There are 2 kinds of tele converters. The kind that go on the front of the camera and the kind that go between the camera and the lens. You can attached the kind that attaches to the front of the camera, but obviously not the kind that go between the camera and the lens. That having been said, you're talking about a 2,000mm effective lens focal length. I don't think the built-in image stabilization could handle that, so you'll need a tripod and a remote cable release to avoid ANY shake/vibration to the camera. I wouldn't invest in a 2X tele converter until you're sure you need one. Chances are you'll be happy with the 1,000mm built-in lens. « Show Less
40904
No. A 2x teleconverter would go between the camera body and the lens. This is a bridge camera, not a DSLR, the lens does not detach.
40905
Yes, you may, but..there's a caveat. First, remember that the threads on the lens of this camera were put there for adding filters to your shoot and those are light and thin. If the 2x teleconverter you have is long, you may find it produces vignetting at wide settings of the zoom. Next, if the teleconverter is heavy, it will put an unnecessary weight on the lens. I've found that using a 2x or higher teleconverter will usually produce fuzzy pictures when the zoom is extended, so caution, and remember those threads on the lens are delicate..... be gentle when placing or removing filters or your teleconverter on the cam. In all probability, you may not be happy with the results. Usually extenders are placed between the camera body and the lens, whereas in your case, the extender would obviously have to go on the end of the lens. Happy shooting.
40906
You can ABSOLUTELY add a 2 x telephoto or wide angle lens. I haven't done so but the lens is threaded and I plan on getting one shortly. Fun camera so far and looking forward to better weather to really put it through it's paces.
901098
Susan: I am almost certain you can use the Sigma teleconverter with this lens, but to be on the safe side I recommend giving Amazon a call. They have a Camera department and they are helpful. Sometimes they can even find you very good deals you didn't know about. Through them I received a $300 credit with the purchase of a camera.
352130
Tele converters work best, with fast lenses if you are not going to use it with a 2.8 zoomOr a 105 2.8 VR Lens this will not work for you, if your shooting with a 3.5 or 5.6 as you will lose 1 F stop, when you use a teleconverter!
1177284
I read somewhere it does NOT work. I would not recommend this combination anyway fr quality reasons. It is a bad idea to use a converter for a wide-to.tele-zoom. Teleconverters are best for fast lenses (2.0...4.0) and longer focal lenghts (fixed or fast pro telezooms).
1604383
By the way, in case this gets cross-posted elsewhere, the lens I'm referring to is the "Sony VCL-DH1758 Tele Conversion Lens". Thanks again!
182476
No, if you want to look further you want a teleconverter - http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_ss_i_1_10?url=search-alias%3Delectronics&field-keywords;=canon%20teleconverter&sprefix;=canon+tele%2Celectronics%2C283
843342
Very sorry, but I have no experience in the use of the 1,4 teleconverter with 150-500 mm. Be aware that at more than f. 8 the autofocus does not work.....so if the maximum opening is f. 5,6 (but I did not check) you can use the teleconverter only with the complete opened diaphragm of the lens.
30040
That isn't how this is designed to be used. This just threads into the T Ring for prime focus. For what you are wanting to do you most likely need a zoom eye from Celestron that has the T Thread built in under the eye relief for example http://www.amazon.com/Celestron-93230-24mm-1-25-Eyepiece/dp/B0007UQNV8/ref=sr_sp-atf_title_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1371435550&sr=8-1&keywords=93230 .
1824786
Yes it will. Keep in mind that the teleconverter will slow down the lens by 2 stops.
2025982
Almost certainly not. This teleconverter protrudes into the rear of of the attached lens and, in most cases, there is not enough space between the front of the converter and the back element of the lens. This converter is meant to work with very long telephoto lenses only. However, it does work - though not designed to do so - with the 80~200 mm (and newer 70~200 mm?) zoom lenses and the 105 mm macro lens. But generally speaking, this is a very long lens only accessory.
934295
Yes, you can use a telephoto lenses on this camera as long as it is an E-mount type of lens like the SEL70200G. However, if you intended to use an A-mount type like the SAL70400G2 or SAL300F28G2, you are required to use an adapter (A-mount to E-mount). Model of the adapter is LAEA4. Hope this helps. -Ely
1622355
No--nor to they make a tele-converter. Samsun is a leader in cameras but a laggard in lenses.
2136049
If your Sony camera has a 58mm filter thread diameter it will mate to your lens. If it has a different filter thread diameter then you might be able to get an adapter for the tele-converter lens.
1229510
The answer is no. The TC converters that Nikon manufactures only work with their higher end lenses. You will actually damage the lens or camera body if you try to use one on that lens. I do not think it will work on the lens you are asking about. If you go to their web site Nikonusa.com and do a search for teleconverter compatibility table, you can see a detailed list of recommended teleconverters to lens combos.
1414729
first of all it will make the 55-300 at 300mm F11 so it will not autofocus and second you will need lots of light and it will not be sharp.oh I forgot. if you try to put it on that lens it will not fit and you could damage the lens. the 2x tele will only fit on f2.8 or f4 lens. a kenko brand will fit but as before no autofocus and at f11 so lots of light needed
2183933
Im sorry I can't help you. I returned the converter because it would not fit my lenses&gt; It was compatible with my DX 3200. It was the lenses that was the problem.
1143944
It will not work with your kit lens. There are no teleconverters which will fit EF-S lenses.